Chainsaw Weilding Landscaper Sues New York City Cop for Bringing Gun to a Chainsaw Fight and Loses in Court

“He Brought a Gun to a Chainsaw Fight”: NYPD Cleared in Disputed Queens Arrest Brooklyn, NY — A federal judge has ruled that NYPD officers acted within their constitutional authority when they…

The Buzz·Viral News·Weird and Strange News

Woman hospitalized after oxygen-related fire destroys Havre De Grace home

Havre De Grace, MD – Thursday — A devastating early-morning house fire in Harford County sent a 66-year-old woman to Shock Trauma and killed three cats after flames tore through a two-story…

Maryland News

Ten NJ towns selected for new state program to fast-track affordable housing development – Stafford included

Trenton, NJ – Thursday — The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs has named ten municipalities as the inaugural recipients of the NJHOMES Launchpad Grant, a new program designed to boost affordable…

Community News·Ocean County News

Large drone over New Jersey on Thursday, Here’s Why

Drone test flight over Laurel Hill Park set for August 22, officials say Secaucus, NJ – The Secaucus Police Department has announced that Hudson County Mosquito Control will conduct a test flight…

Community News·North Jersey News·Top Headlines

EDNY Judge Denies Summary Judgment in Case Over Alleged Unlawful Detention of Man Later Killed byNYPD Cops

Brooklyn, NY — A federal judge has denied a motion for summary judgment brought by NYPD officers seeking to dismiss an unlawful detention claim related to the 2022 death of Jacob Emmanuel…

New York City News

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Man wanted in Virginia busted in Maryland as local arrests sweep St. Mary’s County

Leonardtown, MD – Thursday — A fugitive wanted in Virginia was taken into custody last week during a traffic stop in Lexington Park, leading a wave of arrests across St. Mary’s County…

Maryland News

Fired US AID Workers Can Sue Elon Musk, Federal Judge Rules

Federal judge certifies class of USAID employees suing Elon Musk and government over agency shutdown Greenbelt, MD — A federal judge has granted class certification for current and former U.S. Agency for…

Local Politics·Top Headlines·Trending News·US and World News

Police officers on duty. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Close-up of police marking on the back of a hi-visibility stab proof vest worn by a trio of police officers at the scene of an incident.

Fox News host says arrest of illegal alien arrested for sexually assaulting a child in Virginia ‘Doesn’t Make D.C. Safer’

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A viral video showing federal agents tackling a man near the National Mall has sparked fierce backlash — but not just for the dramatic takedown. Fox News host Jessica…

Community News·Government News·Local Politics·Police Blotter

Two orphaned fawns make unlikely home behind Toms River craft store

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Two young deer have captured hearts in Toms River after settling behind a local craft store — without their mothers, but with each other. Employees and customers at…

Community News·Business News·Good News·New Jersey News

Jury convicts Long Beach shooter who chased and shot victim six times

Long Beach man convicted of murder in fatal 2023 shooting at Channel Park Homes MINEOLA, NY – A Long Beach man was found guilty Tuesday of fatally shooting a 33-year-old outside the…

Police Blotter

It’s a mess out there! Hurricane Erin brings rain and traffic problems to New Jersey’s morning commute

Hurricane Erin snarls New Jersey’s morning commute with crashes, delays, and debris NEWARK, NJ — Rain and high winds from Hurricane Erin added chaos to New Jersey’s already-busy Thursday morning commute, triggering…

Traffic Alerts·New Jersey News·North Jersey News

Pole fire shuts down stretch of Route 9 in Forked River as morning traffic snarls

FORKED RIVER, NJ — A pole fire forced a full closure of Route 9 early Thursday between Lighthouse Drive and North Main Street in Forked River, halting morning traffic as emergency crews…

Traffic Alerts·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Yellow law enforcement tape isolating crime scene. Blurred view of city, toned in red and blue police car lights

Teen found dead in roadway after Silver Spring shooting

Teen slain in late-night shooting near Silver Spring bus stop SILVER SPRING, MD – A 17-year-old boy was found dead in the street Tuesday night after shots rang out near a bus…

Police Blotter·Maryland News

Mom and son each hit $50K lottery jackpot in Maryland

North Carolina man and Parkville mom each win $50K with matching lottery tickets BALTIMORE, MD – A trip to visit his mother turned into a life-changing moment for a North Carolina construction…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

The Benjamins Rock the Bay as Toms River Summer Concert Series to End on Ortley Beach Oceanfront Finale

Toms River wraps up summer concert season with The Infernos on Ortley Beach this Sunday TOMS RIVER, NJ – With a crowd on their feet and fireworks lighting the sky, The Benjamins…

Good News·New Jersey News·Toms River News

Jackson Township set to close summer concert series with folk-rock finale this Wednesday

JACKSON, NJ – The sounds of summer are coming to a close in Jackson Township, but not before one last night of music under the stars. The 2024 Summer Concert Series will…

What to do: Upcoming Events·Five Towns NJ News·Jackson Township News

America’s nicest judge, Frank Caprio dies at 88 after posting heartbreaking message on social media

TikTok star judge Frank Caprio dies at 88 after battle with pancreatic cancer PROVIDENCE, RI – Frank Caprio, the beloved Rhode Island judge whose courtroom compassion made him a viral sensation on…

Community News·Local Politics·New Jersey News·North Carolina News

The spotted lanternfly (*Lycorma delicatula*) first arrived in the United States in 2014, hitching a ride from China to Pennsylvania.

These Foreign Invaders are Ruining New Jersey and Here’s How You Can Stop Them

They’re Here: Spotted Lanternflies Invade New Jersey – Here’s What You Need to Know and How to Stop Them TRENTON, NJ – They’re back, and they’re everywhere. The spotted lanternfly, an invasive…

Community News·Central Jersey News·Government News·Local Politics

Gone Woke, But Will Cracker Barrel’s Rebranding of its Classic Americana Image Lead to Restaurant Chain Going Broke

Cracker Barrel CEO sparks backlash over Americana makeover and new image push ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The longtime image of Cracker Barrel, rooted in nostalgic Americana and Southern charm, is being reworked under…

Business News·Food & Dining·New Jersey News·Top Headlines

Lakewood Garbage Truck Fire Caused by Improperly Discarded Lithium Batteries

Lithium battery sparks fire in garbage truck prompting warning from Lakewood Fire Department LAKEWOOD, NJ – Wednesday — A garbage truck was forced to dump its burning load on a township street…

Jackson Township News·Ocean County News

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